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Conversations about life, culture and current events that will help you understand the big issues from a Biblical perspective. Hosted by Neil Johnson. See www.vision.org.au for more details.

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Update on Circumstances in West Bank: Judea and Samaria - Shmuel Junger (CFOIC) - 09 Nov 2026

15 min

Checking in on the newest emerging controversial focus. The territory known as the West Bank which is the traditional biblical land called Judea and Samaria is looming as one of the most likely flashpoints. There is a ‘simmering’ conflict developing there right now. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reimagining Education - Martyn Iles (Proto) - 09 Nov 2026

42 min

Our special guest Martyn Iles has been working on a project that has the potential to ‘revolutionise’ the way young people engage with education. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Update on Circumstances in West Bank: Judea and Samaria - Shmuel Junger (CFOIC) - 09 Nov 2026

15 min

Checking in on the newest emerging controversial focus. The territory known as the West Bank which is the traditional biblical land called Judea and Samaria is looming as one of the most likely flashpoints. There is a ‘simmering’ conflict developing there right now. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reimagining Education - Martyn Iles (Proto) - 09 Nov 2026

42 min

Our special guest Martyn Iles has been working on a project that has the potential to ‘revolutionise’ the way young people engage with education. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darwin City Council Backlash After Denying Christians in Christmas Pageant - Nicholas Lay (ACL) - 06 Nov 2026

12 min

We’ll check in with Nicholas Lay in the NT for developments where it looks like the Northern Territory Government is taking the responsibility away from Darwin City Council for running the Christmas Pageant. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Awakening Church - Dave Pellowe (Church and State Summit) - 06 Nov 2026

45 min

A conversation this hour asking what it takes to Awaken the Australian Church? How do we get stirred from complacency and become active in love prayer and mission? Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reflection on the US Mid-Term Defeat of Republicans - Bill Muehlenberg (Culture Watch) - 06 Nov 2026

18 min

We’ll have NOT just commentary on the US Mid-Term election but the application of a Christian lens on the developments. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The End Times from a Messianic Perspective - Dr Dan Sered (Jews for Jesus) - 05 Nov 2026

40 min

An opportunity today to look at End Times from a ‘Messianic’ perspective. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A New Aspiring Political Party for Australia - Ps Rachel Main (Christian Unity Party) - 05 Nov 2026

13 min

Meeting an NEW aspiring Christian political party. It’s called the Christian Unity Party and they are planning a night where they can talk about their vision to interested Christians. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Worst Abuser - Andrew McColl (Family Voice Aus) - 05 Nov 2026

20 min

We’re back with Family Voice Australia on an important issue avoiding ‘institutional abuse’. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Growing Antisemitism in Australia - Mark Leach (Never Again is Now) - 04 Nov 2026

42 min

Today we are drawing attention to social cohesion, community safety and the kind of nation we're becoming Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More on the Israel Elections - Enoch Lavender (Olive Tree Ministries) - 04 Nov 2026

14 min

Updating some developments in Israel. You’ll know they had an election last week. We’ll find out where things are at in the formation of a government. Enoch Lavender is back with us from Olive Tree Ministries. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People Coming to Christ - Tim Freyer (Power to Change) - 04 Nov 2026

18 min

As Christians we often say the words ‘Coming to Christ’ when we talk about someone putting their faith in Him. But let’s take things a shade deeper today. Tim Freyer says faith isn’t just agreeing that Jesus is real. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Changing Face of Our Big Cities - David Um (Sydney Holy City Movement) - 03 Nov 2026

33 min

While multi-culturalism and the Immigration debate are in the national headlines it’s our opportunity to talk about what is happening on the ground in our big cities. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Most Woke Place on Earth - Gareth Richards (Coastlands Life Church) - 03 Nov 2026

13 min

Meeting an Aussie Pastor who leads a Church in Southern California. California is sometimes described as the Most ‘Woke’ state on earth. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Issues Surrounding Halloween - Greg Bondar (Christian Voice Aus) - 03 Nov 2026

17 min

We’re back with Christian commentator Greg Bondar. We’ll be looking back on Halloween from the weekend. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Creation of Tasmania Post Genesis Flood - John Mackay and Craig Hawkins - 02 Nov 2026

41 min

If God is the creator of the Heavens and the earth we should be able to identify all sorts of evidence that confirms his handiwork. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darwin Council Banned Christians from Christmas Pageant - Michelle Pearse (ACL) - 02 Nov 2026

20 min

We’ll check in with the Australian Christian Lobby on this week’s political agenda. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discovering a Whole New World - Ps Colin Smith (Open the Bible) - 30 Oct 2026

34 min

A conversation today about deepening your passion for ‘opening the Bible’ and becoming equipped to open the Bible with others. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

USA Mid Term Elections - Bill Muehlenberg and Dr Christopher Reynolds - 30 Oct 2026

46 min

Early next week in the United States Americans will vote in their ‘Mid-Term Elections’. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Worldview Still Matter When Choosing a University? - Prof Tony Okley (Excelsia University College) - 29 Oct 2026

42 min

Only a relatively small proportion of Christian school graduates currently choose an explicitly Christian university or college. Why is that? Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neon Night: A Halloween Alternative - Ps Nathan Rogers (Kings Church) - 29 Oct 2026

11 min

A preview to what a whole group of Churches is doing as an alternative to Halloween. Lots of Churches are offering alternative nights for families. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Impact of the Attack on Helen Haines - David Robertson (The Wee Flea) - 29 Oct 2026

17 min

Following the dreadful alleged attack on Wangaratta based MP Helen Haines there is a lot of talk about safety and security of politicians. We’ll check in with David Robertson for his take on developments just ahead. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel Elections Hanging in the Balance - Enoch Lavender (Olive Tree Ministries) - 28 Oct 2026

13 min

We’re checking in with Enoch Lavender who is across developments in the election. And other issues unfolding right now in the Middle East. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remembering What God Did for You - Wendy Burns (Christian Author) - 28 Oct 2026

40 min

We are asking today, “What can give us the strength to prevail?” Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Humans' ver. 2 - Stephen McAlpine (ACL) - 28 Oct 2026

19 min

We’re back with Christian commentator Stephen McAlpine. He’s been monitoring a major cultural shift in Australia in how people understand what it is to be ‘human’. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biblical Wisdom for Dads - Stephen Parker (Christian Author) - 27 Oct 2026

14 min

We’ll hear from Stephen Parker who is a dad, a husband a marathon runner and a Bible College lecturer. His new book is called ‘Biblical Wisdom for Dads’. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God's Purposes in Time and Eternity - Ps David Richards (Christian Author) - 27 Oct 2026

46 min

We’re bringing attention back to ‘two’ very foundational questions today in understanding God’s purposes as revealed in the Bible. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tent Crusade - Geoff Xhafer (Mareeba Churches Together) - 27 Oct 2026

13 min

There is a Tent Crusade on in North Queensland in the Atherton Tablelands region starting on Thursday night this week. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alphacrucis Approval for New Law School - Prof Augusto Zimmermann (Alphacrucis) - 26 Oct 2026

14 min

Highlighting a big breakthrough for one of the nation’s biggest Christian training University Colleges. We’ll check in with Law Professor Augusto Zimmermann who is celebrating the Approval for the new LAW School for Alphacrucis College in Sydney. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Understanding the Middle East is Important Australian Christians - Dr Mark Durie (Institute for Spiritual Awareness) - 26 Oct 2026

42 min

Is there something in our Christian Theology that may be opening us to some deceptions around the rise of Islam? Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WA Equal Opportunity Bill - Josiah Trigg (ACL) - 26 Oct 2026

17 min

We’re back with the Australian Christian Lobby and an update on developments in this week’s political agenda. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tens of Thousands of Poor Zimbabwean Farmers Can't buy Seed - Ashley Saunders (Barnabas Fund Aus) - 23 Oct 2026

11 min

Checking in on a humanitarian move to support African farmers in Zimbabwe who can’t buy seed. Ashley Saunders from Barnabas Fund Australia on that challenge. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gender Doctors Breaking the Law - Prof Patrick Parkinson (Publica) - 23 Oct 2026

40 min

With all the controversy around medical gender transitions on children it may be that many prominent gender doctors are ‘breaking the law’. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

France Riots, Islam Music, and the War on the West - Bill Muehlenberg (Culture Watch) - 23 Oct 2026

17 min

We’ll talk French Riots, Islam, and crackdown on Music. Christian commentator Bill Muehlenberg is back with us for our regular Friday update. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ethical Fashion Report - Katherine Halliday (Baptist World Aid) - 22 Oct 2026

43 min

A conversation today about the exploitation that happens in sweat shops in developing nations and how you can help exploited workers through making informed choices. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Complaints from Activist May Be Finished - Bernard Gaynor - 22 Oct 2026

14 min

Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Checking in with long-time family advocate Bernard Gaynor. There is some good news around the legal battles that have kept him before tribunals and courts for the past decade. Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Avoiding Institutional Abuse - Andrew McColl (Family Voice Aus) - 22 Oct 2026

19 min

Andrew McColl has been thinking biblically about how to avoid ‘institutional abuse’. What does all that mean? Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life on the Line - Dr Joanna Howe (University of Adelaide) - 21 Oct 2026

41 min

What do you think it means to value human life in a culture where the dominant narrative is about rights and choice? Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discovery Bible Study Method - Tim Freyer (Power to Change) - 21 Oct 2026

20 min

We’ll be talking to Tim about what he calls ‘Discovery Bible Study. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ten Kings Prophecy and the Bible's Revelation of Coming Final Days - Troy Anderson and Ps Paul Begley - 20 Oct 2026

58 min

Some attention today to global events and what is known as ‘The Ten Kings Prophecy’ of Revelation 17. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Helen Haines Attack - Greg Bondar (Christian Voice Aus) - 20 Oct 2026

15 min

We’ll get a thought or two around what seems to be a senseless attack on Independent MP Helen Haines in Wangaratta. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming Israel Election on Oct 27 - Shmuel Junger (CFOIC) - 19 Oct 2026

15 min

We’ll check in with the Christian Friends of Israel Communities Heartland. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conversion Therapy Bill is Outlawing Church and Religious Freedom - Rafael Demarchi (ACL Tasmania) - 19 Oct 2026

19 min

There is a major push on right now for Conversion Therapy laws in Tasmania. Yes, those are the ones that criminalise parents and standard Christian practices like prayer. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connector Tag: Friendship Based Connection Website - Daniel Yap (Connector Tag Founder) - 16 Oct 2026

11 min

Highlighting a new online platform that has a focus on friendship connections. We’ll talk to the founder of Connector Tag. It’s just been launched and doesn’t rely on photographic images to connect friends. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Push to Take Away Christian Freedoms - Bill Muehlenberg (Culture Watch) - 16 Oct 2026

16 min

Today we’re touching on some of the big issues that have reared their heads this week in the emergence of new Bills attacking the rights of Christian schools to employ people that agree with their Christian ethos. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who Decides: A Documentary on Trans Issues - Kirralie Smith (Binary) - 15 Oct 2026

13 min

A preview to the new documentary film that is being released in early November. Binary is behind this one called ‘Who Decides’ it’s about the challenges around the ‘Trans’ issues especially around Girls and Women in Sport being subjected to play against biological males. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Majority of Australians Back Abortion Ban - George Christensen (Nation First) - 15 Oct 2026

41 min

A poll conducted by McCrindle and commissioned by CitizenGO has found ‘majority support’ for ‘restricting’ abortion after 24 weeks of pregnancy. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What it Means to be Inducted as a Presbyterian Church Minister - David Robertson (The Wee Flea) - 15 Oct 2026

20 min

We’re back with Christian commentator David Robertson. He is about to be ‘inducted’ as the Minister of Scots Church Presbyterian Church in Hamilton Newcastle. What does that mean? Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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